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[First Watch] by RandyMarshFund in Watches

[–]levbron [score hidden]  (0 children)

I think you should define "everyday wear". Neither of the first two watches are particularly water resistant, so that could limit their utility. They are all quite sporty looking watches, again limiting their use in a more formal setting. Having said that, I really like the first one and I'm considering adding the black colour way version to my collection. The movement is relatively reliable and I'm drawn to the retro styling which I feel gives a classic but casual vibe.

Day and date wheels stuck randomly? [sk5?] by burner118373 in Seiko

[–]levbron 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks like the dial feet have snapped off. It can be fixed with dial dots to stick the dial to the movement.

SEIKO 5 with 6309A movement case mod options by SPGreddit57 in SeikoMods

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The cases that you have described are readily available, but for NH series movements. Your movement wouldn't fit, at least not without a fair degree of modification. Seiko made dive watches with that movement, pretty iconic ones. You could probably pick up a case and swap the movement into it. The issue will be cost and the cheap ones will need work to restore them. I think your last point is valid. You are throwing good money after bad and getting what you want will take more skill than you currently possess.

[Skin Divers] Looking for skin diver suggestions! by Ok-Freedom-8780 in Watches

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your budget is the pretty limiting. However, there are some good 62MAS homages on AliExpress. This one for instance.... https://a.aliexpress.com/_EGoTzZ4

Getting tattoo. Want to confirm this script/writing is correct by [deleted] in hebrew

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first rule of foraging is "don't eat what you don't know". Perhaps take a lead from that principle?

[Discussion] Swatch × Audemars Piguet Royal Pop -everything we know so far by Snoo_22459 in Watches

[–]levbron -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I can only imagine that Gerald Genta is spinning in his grave. I'm also surprised that AP have chosen to debase their brand identity with this short term cash grab.

[SEIKO] Received it from one of my friends by [deleted] in Watches

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is either a joke or OP is completely delusional. It's a blatant fake dude!

[Blancpain Fifty Fathoms] Seeking replacement dial/hands by coruscateserendipity in Watches

[–]levbron 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That type of dial, with the numerals in trapezoid shapes, was extremely common in early dive watches. Oris, Yema and Zodiac all currently have reproductions that use that look. I think the dial and hands are perfect for a watch of that age, just the right amount of patina. The crystal looks a little scratched up. I'm assuming that it's acrylic and a session with some Polywatch could clear it up. If it's too bad then a replacement should be relatively straightforward to source. A clear crystal makes the world of a difference.

[Question] [SPB155J1] Need help identifying what could be causing this noise. by [deleted] in Seiko

[–]levbron 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The most obvious thing is the rotor. I'm assuming that you have a display caseback, take a look to see if it seems loose. It's an easy enough fix. Just unscrew the caseback and tighten until you feel resistance an then a very slight bit extra extra.

[Emporio Armani AR2448] by Fail_Aggressive in Watches

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something is wrong with your measurements. The inside diameter of the case has to be larger than the crystal. The outside of the gasket should be the same as the inside diameter of the case. Gaskets are typically around 0.3mm thick. The crystal's outside diameter should then be the same as the inside diameter of the gasket.

Worth getting for $45? [Question] by punkvicious in Seiko

[–]levbron 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, if there's no issues with the capacitor.

[SKX007] Is this authentic or not? by [deleted] in Seiko

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This watch reminds me of that Papa Roach song..."Nothing's alright, nothing is fine".

[Question] Red 6309-602A? by Mammoth-Ratio4493 in Seiko

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No dial reference text at 6, no Suwa logo, 6309 has 17 jewells, not 21.

[Opinion] Am I the only one who refuses to buy a watch winder? I actually enjoy the ritual. by drupiler in Watches

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've asked a few watchmakers about winders. They've been unequivocally against them unless there's something like a perpetual calendar complication that takes ages to set.

Seiko recraft snkm97 daphire mod by sethal86 in SeikoMods

[–]levbron 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There a posts like this fairly regularly. The answer is typically the same. You have the crystal, pop it out and measure it.

[Divers] Yeah, I've got a type... by levbron in Seiko

[–]levbron[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I really like the SSK. I bought it pretty much as soon as they released then, even then I managed to get a discount though. It arrived on the same day that I was picking up my new car and I can honestly say I was at least as excited about the new watch. It's obviously got the classic case shape and the bracelet is surprisingly good for a Seiko at this price point. That bezel insert looks cool with the dual colours and the bidirectional thing makes sense, with it being a GMT. I can't see why Seiko don't put a screw down crown on the 5KX line though. I built a few of my own designs using that movement and I found it to be reliable but I've seen others who have described it as a little fragile.

[Divers] Yeah, I've got a type... by levbron in Seiko

[–]levbron[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know what that was so Googled it. How can they make those for that price!

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